2009 BMW 530 vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2009 BMW 530 and 2009 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 530 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |